Cal Raleigh Surpasses Salvador Perez's Single-Season Catcher Home Run Record

Kansas City Royals star Salvador Perez previously held the single-season MLB home run record for a catcher with 48 homers, a feat he achieved in 2021. During that remarkable year, Perez's offensive output was significantly boosted by his ability to serve as a designated hitter, contributing to his 2.7 fWAR and a seventh-place finish in the American League MVP voting. His historic record has now been surpassed by Cal Raleigh, who launched his 49th home run of the 2025 season.